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Topeka, KS Weather on October 12
October 12th in Topeka, KS typically brings pleasant fall weather, with average highs around 70°F and lows near 46°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest October 12th was in 1975 (79°F average), while the coldest was 1986 (41°F) — a 38°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 29% of October 12th dates historically, with the wettest October 12th recording 1.82" of rain. The last decade has been 1.6°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 12
Planning for October 12th in Topeka, KS? Great weather for outdoor activities.
October 12 Weather Records for Topeka
- •The all-time record high for October 12th in Topeka, KS is 93°F, set in 2024.
- •The coldest October 12th on record dropped to 28°F in 1980.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on October 12th in 3 of the last 55 years.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 12th in 6 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), October 12th was 21°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 12 ever in Topeka?
The warmest October 12 in Topeka, KS reached 93°F in 2024. That is 23°F above the long-term average high of 70°F.
What was the coldest October 12 ever in Topeka?
The coldest October 12 in Topeka, KS dropped to 28°F in 1980. That is 18°F below the long-term average low of 46°F.
What is the average temperature on October 12 in Topeka?
On October 12, Topeka averages a high of 70°F and a low of 46°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from HIGHLAND PARK.
How many years of weather data are available for October 12 in Topeka?
We have 55 years of weather records for October 12 in Topeka, KS, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
October 12 Weather History in Topeka
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 85°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 93°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 72°F | 62°F | -- | -- |
| 2022 | 73°F | 48°F | 0.52" | -- |
| 2021 | 78°F | 47°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 2020 | 72°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 70°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 51°F | 41°F | 0.32" | -- |
| 2017 | 77°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 63°F | 43°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2015 | 81°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 59°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 71°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 60°F | 51°F | 0.09" | -- |
| 2011 | 78°F | 55°F | 0.31" | -- |
| 2010 | 74°F | 55°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2009 | 56°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 80°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 64°F | 46°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2006 | 53°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 68°F | 48°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2004 | 57°F | 49°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2003 | 69°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 63°F | 42°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 2001 | 64°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 80°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 86°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 68°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 70°F | 49°F | 1.82" | -- |
| 1996 | 78°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 88°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 72°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 70°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 72°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 79°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 64°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 81°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 70°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 72°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 47°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 73°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 77°F | 57°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1983 | 55°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 64°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 66°F | 60°F | 0.19" | -- |
| 1980 | 69°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 61°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 71°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 61°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 81°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 92°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 65°F | 53°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1973 | 61°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 62°F | 50°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1971 | 91°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: HIGHLAND PARK
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Topeka, KS, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.